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Verstappen: RB16's issues 'made bigger by media'

Max Verstappen believes the issues that impacted the performance of Red Bull's 2020 car were made bigger than they actually were by the media. Verstappen won just two races last season, a track record that fell well short of Red Bull's expectations. While misfortune and mechanical issues contributed to the Dutchman's disappointing campaign, the inconsistent performance of Red Bull's RB16 also weighed on the team's results. Verstappen undeniably adapted better to the RB16's seemingly unpredictable behaviour than teammate Alex Albon. For many, the 10-time Grand Prix winner, thanks to his finesse and control, made the car look better than it was. But Verstappen says the media also portrayed...
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